Monday, September 24, 2012

I've heard the saying, "be careful what you wish for", as there is always the possibility that it might come true. I can only be happy that my wishes have been coming true and I have been blessed to be so busy doing what I love to do ... design, create and paint (and getting paid for it).

Here's a little about what I've been up to lately...

Here are a couple of new pieces I designed for a client. Her name is Robin and it was very nice of her to send me photos of my finished art on display in her living room. It kind of looks like a picture from a magazine. Robin has some great decorating skills!

I guess you can notice that the theme of these paintings is "birds" which is probably my favorite thing to include in my most recent designs. Robin had first seen a painting similar to these displayed in my studio and asked me to create some to match her decor. If you look closely on the painting on the left (near the bottom) you will see a "Robin" painted in with the other colorful birds. This of course was by design and requested by the client which adds a personal touch to the designs.

I've also been buried in deadlines creating new designs for my licensing partners. Sometimes I'm not sure where one day ends and the other begins. I have been working with some very nice clients which really helps me survive in this crazy business. Lots of new stuff coming to market in 2013! Woo Hoo!Things at the studio have been going well too! Our big grand-opening show last February was a huge success so we, (the resident artists), are planning our second big OPEN HOUSE AND ART SALE of the year. Our fall show is scheduled for Friday, November 9th, 2012 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. with a $5.00 entry fee that includes one drink ticket.

We'll also have Cork and Olive Wine Bar at our event as well as live music and endless art fthat fills the halls and studios. If you live in Tampa or the surrounding areas, it's a night you won't want to miss!

So mark it on your calendar and be sure to stop by studio #312 and say hello!Oh, by the way, be sure to "LIKE" our facebook page to keep up to date with all the happenings at the Santaella Studios:

About Me

Artist and designer Karen Embry is well known for her sophisticated, yet whimsical artistic style. Karen is a colorist and her magically delightful images are reflected in her bold and captivating design collections. As an award winning artist, designer and author, she has always felt fortunate to live the life she has dreamed. From the time she was a child, Karen always knew the heartfelt truth that her path in life would evolve into a joyful and creative way to express herself.
As owner of Karen Embry Designs, LLC, Karen focuses mainly on creating new and trendy designs for licensing. The response to Karen's art has been phenomenal and her designs can be found worldwide on a wide variety of stationery, gift ware and home decor products in the marketplace, with many new products coming to market in 2017 and 2018.